I would like my personal view as I am working in Bhutan. Although most has already answered I would still like to give some important views. Buffer State Yes Bhutan is important to India as a buffer state as it act as a defence against China by ... read more
The bilateral relations between the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan and the Republic of India have been traditionally close and both countries share a 'special relationship', making Bhutan a protected state, but not a protectorate, of India. read more
Under the 2007 India-Bhutan Friendship Treaty, the two sides have agreed to “cooperate closely with each other on issues relating to their national interests. read more